Developers are holding back from starting new developments as house prices continue to drop.
The latest QV House Price Index shows values reduced by an average 4.5 percent in the first four months of the year.
The national average home value is now around $902,000.
QV national spokesperson Simon Petersen says it's a difficult time for both buyers and sellers - impacting developments.
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